Kielbasa pasta and cheddar bake is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a family meal. The combination of kielbasa, pasta, and cheddar cheese is a classic, and the addition of a creamy sauce and a crispy breadcrumb topping takes this dish to the next level. This hearty and flavorful casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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THREE-CHEESE KIELBASA BAKE
My aunt originally made this hearty casserole for family gatherings, and now I enjoy fixing it for my family any night of the week. What a perfect way to sneak in some garden veggies. -Kate Beckman, Hemet, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 2 casseroles (10 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown sausage in oil over medium heat; drain. Add the onions, zucchini, carrots and garlic; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-6 minutes. , Stir in spaghetti sauce and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Drain macaroni., In a small bowl, combine egg and ricotta cheese. In each of 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, layer a fourth of each of the following: macaroni, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, cheddar and mozzarella. Repeat layers. Top with green onions. , Cool 1 casserole; cover and freeze it for up to 2 months. Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is melted, 15 minutes longer. , Freeze option: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° until heated through, 35-40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 867mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
PASTA SKILLET WITH KIELBASA
Inspired by several recipes here, I created this pasta skillet with what I had on hand, and everyone loved it! Nice change from regular pasta and meat, have to try it with fresh tomatoes when they are ready from the garden!
Provided by karendellovo
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil for pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a deep skillet. Add onion and garlic to the hot oil and saute just until tender, about 5 minutes. Add kielbasa to the skillet and cook and stir until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, mushrooms, sugar, balsamic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper. Reduce heat and let sauce simmer while you cook pasta.
- Add penne to the pot of boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes, stirring peas into pasta during last 2 minutes of cooking time.
- Drain pasta and transfer to sauce. Stir to combine and add basil. Heat over medium-low heat so pasta can absorb liquid from sauce, about 5 minutes. Stir in Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.1 calories, Carbohydrate 66.2 g, Cholesterol 66.6 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1083.8 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
KIELBASA, PASTA AND CHEDDAR BAKE
Make and share this Kielbasa, Pasta and Cheddar Bake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LeahMarie
Categories Oven
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Coat a 10-cup baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In large pot of lightly salted boiling water, cook rigatoni until al dente, firm but tender, following package instructions. Drain.
- In large heavy-bottom saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in flour, cook 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk.
- Bring to boil, stirring continuously; boil until thickened, about 1 minute.
- Remove from heat.
- Set aside 1 cup of cheese for topping casserole.
- Whisk remaining 2 cups cheese, hot-pepper sauce, and salt into mixture.
- In pasta pot, combine rigatoni, cheese sauce, kielbasa and apples into baking dish.
- Cover.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and stir.
- Sprinkle with 1 cup remaining cheese and scallions.
- Bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
- Let stand 10 minutes.
- Serve.
CHEESY KIELBASA & PASTA
A quick and easy comfort food dinner. This is not a recipe to serve guests, but on a cold evening when you just want something easy, warm, and filling. Also, the leftovers reheat really well.
Provided by Londonsbk
Categories Meat
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water until al dente, firm but tender. Drain well. Place in a 13x9x2 inch baking dish. Add peas, sprinkling evenly over pasta.
- Meanwhile, brown kielbasa in a medium size nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes. Add to pasta in baking dish.
- Whisk together soup, milk, hot pepper sauce, and black pepper in a medium size bowl. Add to baking dish and toss to coat pasta.
- Bake in heated 350°F oven about 30 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.4, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 63.3, Sodium 1133.4, Carbohydrate 59.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 8.9, Protein 22.1
KIELBASA WITH PASTA
"One weekend while my husband was out of town, I came up with this recipe by using ingredients that I thought only I would enjoy," recalls Ann Dee Bent of Sullivan, Missouri "But to my surprise , my husband--who came home in time for supper--loved it. Our children enjoyed it, too."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the kielbasa, green pepper, onion and garlic in oil until sausage is lightly browned. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter. Serve with kielbasa mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 726 calories, Fat 48g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1780mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality Kielbasa. Look for one that is made with a blend of pork and beef, and has a nice smoky flavor. - Don't overcook the pasta. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. - Use a good quality cheddar cheese. A sharp cheddar will give the dish a more pronounced flavor. - If you don't have any heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the dish will be slightly less creamy. - Serve the dish immediately, while it is hot and bubbly.Conclusion:
Kielbasa pasta and cheddar bake is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of Kielbasa, pasta, and cheddar cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make the best Kielbasa pasta and cheddar bake possible. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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